Chichen Itza - Wikipedia
In one chamber there are extensive carved hieroglyphs that mention rulers of Chichen Itza and possibly of the nearby city of Ek Balam, and contain a Maya date inscribed which correlates to …
Chichen Itza | Description, Buildings, History, & Facts | Britannica
Chichen Itza, a ruined ancient Maya city occupying an area of 4 square miles (10 square km) in south-central Yucatan state, Mexico. It was founded about the 6th century CE, presumably by …
Chichen Itza - Mexico, Pyramid & Facts | HISTORY
Feb 19, 2018 · Explore the origins of the Temple of Chichen Itza, a Mayan pyramid in modern-day Mexico that features several unique features, including an echo designed to sound like a bird call.
A first-time guide to Chichén Itzá, Mexico - Lonely Planet
May 11, 2025 · Learn all about Chichén Itzá – one of Mexico's most famous Maya sites – and plan your visit, budget and activities with this guide for first-time visitors.
Chichen Itza Visitors Guide: Tips & What To See (2026)
Jan 2, 2026 · The ancient Mayan capital of Chichen Itza is one of the 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that you should plan to visit on your next trip to the Yucatan …
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Chichen Itza, Mexico
Nov 10, 2023 · Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is listed as one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of the World,’ is home to towering temples, sacred sinkholes, and curious …
History of Chichen Itza - World History Edu
Jan 6, 2025 · History of Chichen Itza by World History Edu · January 6, 2025 Chichén Itzá was a prominent pre-Columbian city constructed by the Maya civilization during the Terminal Classic …
Pre-Hispanic City of Chichen-Itza - UNESCO World Heritage Centre
The town of Chichen-Itza was established during the Classic period close to two natural cavities (cenotes or chenes), which gave the town its name "At the edge of the well of the Itzaes".
Chichen Itza -- World Heritage Site -- National Geographic
Get facts, photos, and travel tips for Chichen Itza, a World Heritage site in Mexico, from National Geographic.
Chichen Itza – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Chichen Itza was a center of pilgrimage for the ancient Maya for over 1,000 years. The Sacred Cenote (a large natural limestone sink hole) was holy to the ancient Rain God "Chac".